Description
Simple, Light and Rust-Resistant: An Aluminum Straight Load
Not every horse owner needs mangers, fans and a carpeted tack room. Plenty need a dependable two-horse that tows easily, does not rot from the inside out and does not cost a fortune, and that is precisely the niche this 2004 Dalton Adam 2HSTBP fills. Dalton built straightforward aluminum trailers, and this straight-load example has come through twenty years in very clean condition.
All-aluminum construction is the headline. It keeps the empty weight around 2,800 lbs, which is light enough for a well-equipped half-ton or a mid-size SUV with the right rating, and it sidesteps the corrosion that eventually catches up with older steel trailers parked in a wet paddock. The aluminum floor continues that logic, replacing the wooden deck that is usually the first thing to fail on a trailer of this age.
The one feature buyers tend to notice immediately is the rear horse escape door. On a straight load, getting around a horse once it is aboard is genuinely awkward, and a rear escape door removes the need to squeeze past. Interior height runs to roughly 7 ft 6 in, about 22.5 hands, so larger horses have real clearance above the poll rather than a nominal inch. A manual jack and a spare tire are included, which is the difference between a roadside problem and a roadside inconvenience.
Specifications
- 2004 Dalton Adam 2HSTBP, two horse straight load
- All-aluminum construction
- Two-horse capacity with rear horse escape door
- Aluminum floor
- 3,500 lb axles on 15 in tires
- Manual jack and spare tire included
- Outside width approximately 6 ft, inside height approximately 7 ft 6 in (22.5 hands)
- Box length approximately 13 ft
- Empty weight approximately 2,800 lbs, GVWR 7,000 lbs
The 7,000 lb GVWR is the number that governs everything. It covers the trailer, both horses, tack, water and hay together, so with 2,800 lbs of trailer you have roughly 4,200 lbs to work with. Two 1,200 lb horses and a reasonable load of gear fit; two heavy warmbloods plus a full water tank do not leave much room. Work out your own total before deciding this is the right size.
On a used aluminum trailer the inspection list differs from a steel one. Rust is not the issue; fatigue cracks around welds and mounting points are, so look closely where the frame meets the body and around the axle hangers. Check the floor for pitting where urine has sat, read the tire date codes, and confirm the brakes and every light work before you load a horse.
Recommended Applications
- Equestrian Travel & Shows: Safe, stress-free transport for competition horses with superior ventilation and secure divider systems.
- Ranch & Livestock Operations: Reliable hauling across ranches and rural roads with heavy-duty torsion axles.
- Trail Riding & Weekend Outings: Comfortable dressing room and tack storage for extended weekend trail adventures.
Delivery, Logistics & Site Preparation
Big Bear Containers provides reliable, insured delivery direct to your site across the Sacramento region, Northern California, and nationwide throughout the continental United States. Depending on the unit, delivery is handled via specialized tilt-bed rollback truck or transport trailer.
- Site Access Requirements: Ensure a clear, level surface (concrete pad, packed gravel, or asphalt) with adequate approach clearance for delivery trucks.
- Pre-Delivery Inspection: Every unit undergoes a rigorous multi-point inspection prior to dispatch to ensure doors, seals, structural members, and flooring meet our strict quality criteria.
- Rapid Dispatch: Local Sacramento and California deliveries typically arrive within 3 to 7 business days following order confirmation. Nationwide freight options are fully tracked.
Why Choose Big Bear Containers?
At Big Bear Containers Inc., we pride ourselves on delivering premium grade storage containers, modular structures, and commercial trailers with transparent pricing and exceptional customer care. Whether you are purchasing a single storage container or outfitting an entire commercial fleet, our Sacramento-based team is dedicated to providing durable solutions tailored to your operational needs.
- Rigorous Inspection Guarantee: Guaranteed wind- and water-tight containers with robust structural integrity.
- Transparent Quotes: Flat regional delivery rates shown at checkout, with no hidden handling fees.
- Dedicated Support: Personalized assistance from container specialists from order placement to on-site drop-off.
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